Diagnostic Evaluation
The Diagnostic Evaluation takes between 45 minutes and 1 1/2 hours. It is the foundation of all of the other services I provide. This important interview establishes your diagnosis as codified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Version 5. By making a proper diagnosis I can provide tailored education to answer any questions you may have. I can advise you as to causes of your condition, appropriate treatments, and expected outcomes. I recognize that human behavior and biology usually presents on a spectrum rather than a category, but the DSM diagnosis is necessary to gain access to proper resources and guidelines. Most importantly, however, my diagnosis does not over-write who you are as person. Your unique identity will be the true focus of our work together and the DSM diagnosis serves as a tool.